Angry Flamborough residents are plotting a tax revolt after council reaffirmed a controversial decision to take away the suburb's subsidy.

In an 8-7 decision, council voted last night to share $4 million in slot revenue instead of keeping it in Flamborough. The move means a tax increase of up to 9.8 per cent in parts of Flamborough -- more than double the rest of Hamilton.

"The war is on," a livid resident called as the crowd booed the close decision. "Shame, shame."

Anyone who has ever visited a casino is probably familiar with the "Flamin' Sevens" slot machines. The goal of this game is to line-up a 7-7-7 of matching colours to win the jackpot. With this in mind, please pardon my pun ...

"Flamborough Slots" in The Hamilton Spectator (Monday, April 28, 2008).

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